Opened in 1825, it was oredered by the Marquês de Tomar. In the XIX century it was called the Passeio da Estrela. The vegetation is secular with about 800 arboreous species and large variety of flowers. It is a garden of romantic conception and a has a bandstand, an esplanade, a library, a greenhouse, artificial grottos, lakes and picnic area, being one of the most pleasant spaces in the city.

Of the original castle, only a portion of the citadel remains, along with some sections of the walls interrupted by turrets, and the Porta da Traição (Traitor's Gate). Several entrances open into the castle's surrounding walls: the Porta da Senhora do Amparo (Lady of Protection), the Porta Falsa (False Gate), and the Postigo. Still standing, but badly damaged, is the keep.

Baroque Temple of rectangular plan consists of a nave, a sacristy and a chancel. The classification of Property of public interest refers only to the high altar of gilded 17TH century. This presents a succession of six archivolts decorated with vegetal elements, mascarões, "putti" and elements of the passion of Christ, interrupted by lightning. The Center, a dressing room opened, with coffered ceiling, and a staggered Tribune.

Medieval chapel built between the 14th and 15th centuries, which still preserves several medieval elements, such as the round-arched doorway, the ribbed rib vault, the buttresses, and the corbels finishing the capitals. Also, noteworthy are the cannon gargoyles and the 16th-century frieze above the door and cornice, as well as the carved stonework of the openings. It was rebuilt in the 20th century.

Several aquatic amusement park, opened in 1994, only in the North of the country. With a maximum capacity of 1200 people, offering privileged views over the river Tâmega. The amusement equipment available are the following: swimming pool for adults, children's pool, snail, Bobsleigh track, Aqualândia, multiple lanes and fast lanes. There is also a bar, a shop and an infirmary.

The Quinta Lago dos Cisnes (Swan Lake Farm) organizes all sorts of events and has several different spaces, such as an island in the middle of the river, wide gardens, bars by the river, lakes and several salons. Besides these spaces, there are free animals out in the open, horse carts and a train. Just contact the farm and make your choices.

Located in the old warehouses of Taylor’s cellars, in the historic area of Gaia, WOW - World of Wine is an innovative cultural space that combines the world of wines with the region's history, gastronomy, cork and fashion. In the 55,000-square-meter block, which opened in 2020, there are six themed museums, nine restaurant spaces, a wine school, several shops and exhibition spaces.

This healthclub with 3,500 m2 of surface spread over 3 floors promotes the concept of "open space", in which users can enjoy natural light during your workout. Account with studios for group classes, a synthetic MultiSport allows the practice of several sports, swimming pools, Day SPA, as well as custom training taught by "personal trainers".

Museum opened in 1948, dedicated to popular arts and traditional workmanship, presenting a set of pieces that were present in the exhibition of Geneva, in 1935. The exhibition is divided by country districts, documenting the large variety existent in the country. The building was initially planed to welcome the Exposição do Mundo Português in 1940 and was later remodelled and adapted to its new functions.

The architectural set of the Whaling Museum is made up of boathouses from the last century, an attached blacksmith's tent and the space where the library and archive are located. Opened in 1988, it aims to preserve the memory of an activity that marked Azorean life - whaling art. It includes exhibits of pieces crafted from ivory teeth and a whaling canoe, used in whale hunting.